Elderly man dies in house fire in Surrey

Emergency services were called out on Sunday morning

Author: Grace McGachyPublished 16th Dec 2024

It's been confirmed a man in his 90s has died in a house fire in Dorking.

Emergency services were called out to Leslie Road at around 9am on Sunday (15 December).

Surrey Police say the man's next of kin have been informed.

In a post on Facebook Surrey Fire and Rescue said:

"It is with great sadness that we confirm that one person lost their life in this fire.

"Our thoughts are with their loved ones at this very difficult time.

"We continue to be present in the area as re-inspections are taking place and a fire investigation is underway."

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